1 Tim. 6:11-20

Our final marching orders as we fight the good fight of faith.

As for you, O man of God

v. 11a – Flee

Run as fast and as far as we can.  We try to live as close as we can to the world.  RETHINK IT. GET AWAY.

v. 11b – Pursue

God and His ….

• Righteousness
• Faith
• Love
• Steadfastness
• Gentleness

vv. 12-16 – Fight

Fight – agonize (strategy, strength, stamina)

• Take hold
  • Grasp how important and special our life and calling is. ETERNAL CALLING.
• Keep
  • What we have…never let it go. Keep on keeping on.
  • The Word, The Gospel, Our Calling, Our Ministry

vv. 20-21 – Guard

As our most cherished possession.

• With Passion
• With Conviction